For ease of reading, these regulations will dispense with parallel, separate references to female and male competitors. All references to persons apply equally for both genders. Hereinafter, the event is referred to as «Gigathlon». These regulations relate exclusively to 2018, and they are not valid for events outside Switzerland. A. Definition of terms Supporter Used below to refer to the officially-accredited helpers for Gigathletes. They carry a supporter accreditation. Externals Used below to refer to all non-accredited persons. B. Branding and Logo The Gigathlon brand and the Gigathlon logo, the silhouette and the pictograms are copyright-protected trademarks and may not be used without the written permission of the organiser. In particular, printing onto T-shirts and other items of clothing is prohibited. The use of the logo is reserved to the organiser, the sponsors and partners who make the Gigathlon possible. In addition, it is not permitted to use the «Gigathlon» brand for commercial advertising purposes or for offers linked to the event. Intentional violation of these guidelines on the branding and logo may result in criminal proceedings being lodged against the culpable company or individual under Swiss trademark protection legislation (Markenschutzgesetz, MSchG; SR 232.11) and/or to the disqualification of the Single, Couple or Team of Five being supported. C. General rules 1. Form of competition 2018 is staged as two daily stages of different lengths, held on Saturday June 30 and Sunday July 1, 2018. The following five disciplines are part of the : Alpine Trailrunning, Swimming, Cycling, Biking, Running. On the afternoon of Friday, 29 June 2018, Single and Couple complete a prologue in the «SwimRun» discipline which counts towards the overall assessment. On the Saturday, these two categories complete a shortened running section and only the first of two swimming course sections. 2. Categories Single Woman and Single Man: A woman or man who tackles the whole route on their own. Couple: Two people, at least one of whom is a woman. Each person completes at least two disciplines per day. Couples are free to decide who will complete the prologue on the Friday. Team of Five: Five people who each complete one discipline per day. At least two women form part of the Team of Five. 3. Responsibility All participants are themselves responsible for ensuring that they participate in the Gigathlon in good physical health and having trained appropriately for the event. It is a condition of entry that every participant is competent in the discipline(s) to be undertaken. Competitors must respect these regulations and the traffic regulations of the road traffic legislation and follow the organiser's instructions and those of the officials. Single and Couple may compete if born in or before 2000. Younger persons born in or before 2002 may only start with the written permission of their parents (to be submitted together with the registration via email to info@gigathlon.ch), and only in the Team of Five category. 4. Regulation The Gigathlon is staged on public streets and roads and is therefore subject to local regulations and laws. Violations of the provisions of the Swiss Road Traffic Act will be punished by disqualification of the respective start number. The organiser has contacted all enforcement authorities ahead of the race, as far as possible. However, there may be instances of discrepancies between a Gigathlete and a non-accredited person. Should this be the case, the race management will decide whether this results in a time or distance adjustment. It is forbidden to hamper other competitors in any way, whether by hitting them, forcing them away, blocking their route, sabotaging their equipment or disadvantaging them in some other way. If a participant exits the route, he must resume the race at the same place. Competitors may not shorten the route, omit a part of the route or gain advantage in some other manner. Where a railway crossing barrier is down or a red light is showing, the time is not stopped or credited back. Participants are to follow any instructions given to them by staff. Passing beyond a railway crossing barrier when down or running a red light results in instant disqualification. Participants are to follow any instructions given to them by staff. Crossing safety lines, whether on straight sections or on bends, is prohibited and will result in instant disqualification. Where a Gigathlete has an accident, any passing accredited person is obligated to offer assistance. It is possible to apply for the time lost due to giving assistance to be neutralised, at the information desk at the race headquarters. 5. Allocation of starting places / Application / Entry fee Allocation of starting places Starting places will be allocated on a «first come, first served» basis. The number of starting places is limited. Registration Registration takes place on the website http://reg.gigathlon.com. Page 1 / 5
Confirmation of starting place The registration will be confirmed by the event organiser by email once payment has been received. The team captain may now invite his team members to allocate the disciplines and complete or amend the team details. No refunding of entry fees, cancellation costs insurance Entry fees cannot be refunded by the organiser once a starting position has been purchased. Even if the Gigathlon has to be interrupted, shortened or cancelled, participants are not entitled to reimbursement of entry fees. Participants are recommended to take out cancellation cost insurance on their own so that the entry fee can be claimed back if they are prevented from taking part (accident, illness etc.) 6. Check-In Check in is in Arosa on Friday, 29 June 2018 from 13:00 to 21:00 for Team of Five and from 13:00 to 18:00 for Single and Couple. For the collection just one team member has to be on site. At the check-in, the collecting person must present a proof of identity (ID card, passport, driving licence or similar) and hand in the Gigathletes' Declaration signed by all team members (including supporters). 7. Supporter The entry fee for a Single and for a Couple includes one supporter. No supporters are accredited for the Team of Five. It is possible to add further supporters with an extra fee. For Gigathletes, accreditation is evidenced by a non-transferable, sealed wristband, and for supporters there is supporter accreditation. The regulations are similarly binding for supporters. They must follow the instructions of the security personnel and of the officials. Violations of the regulations by supporters are punished by penalising the Gigathletes they are accompanying. 8. External assistance Participants must not be directly accompanied on the route in any way whatsoever, whether by supporters or externals. During the race, competitors are not permitted to accept refreshments or other items (clothing, shoes etc.) from supporters outside the transition zone. Only Gigathletes who are next in line to compete and supporters with a supporter accreditation are permitted to enter the handover area in the transition zone. 9. Supporter vehicle Every team is likely to need a supporter vehicle to move from the headquarters in Arosa to the transition zones in Davos and back again. The supporter or a team member must have a driving licence. Each team comes to the event with no more than one supporter vehicle. The authorisation sticker/ticket must be duly placed at the front of the vehicle where it is clearly visible and must not be removed during the Gigathlon. The maximum width for vehicles and trailers is 2.30 m on the Chur Arosa road. Motorhomes are allowed as long as they are no wider than 2.30 m. Caravans are not allowed. The supporter vehicle may not drive on the competition courses or in the exclusion zones. 10. Medical and first-aid services The instructions of the race doctor and of the first-aid services are to be followed in all cases. These persons are authorised to retire participants from the race at any time if their health or safety is at risk. Participants who are given first aid may continue the race again from the same place, if the doctor/first-aider agrees to this. 11. Exclusion of liability Participation in the Gigathlon is on the entrant's own responsibility and at the entrant's own risk. The organiser excludes any liability for any injury to person or property. No claims for liability may be lodged against the organiser. Insurance against accident, illness or theft and for the individual's own liability is the responsibility of each participant. By registering for the Gigathlon, each participant accepts and signs the Gigathletes' Declaration and releases the organiser and its auxiliary agents, insofar as this is permitted in law, from all liability claims. 12. Division of disciplines for Couple There is no mandatory combination at the moment for couple. 13. Chasing start Single Women, Single Men, Couples and Teams of Five that are less than one hour behind the leaders in their category for the overall ranking on Saturday will be sent on a chasing start on Sunday. The Gigathletes will start with the respective time gaps behind the leaders. The Gigathletes who are to take part in the chasing start will be notified by mobile phone not later than 9:00 pm on Saturday. The teams that qualify to take part in the chasing start are obliged to do so. You must first complete a neutralised section of the course and are responsible for ensuring that you arrive on time for the chasing start. A time penalty of 60 minutes will be added to the overall time for failure to take part in the chasing start. 14. Time limit All the time limits for the transition zones, refreshment points and finish line are to be observed. Gigathletes who arrive too late will be taken out of the race and will no longer be evaluated. They will appear in the ranking list as «not classified» or «excluded». The last participant in the field is accompanied by a back marker vehicle or a back marker biker. The time limits and the decisions of this driver/ biker are binding. If it is obvious that the competitor is not going to reach the transition zone or the finish line within the time limit, then the person in charge of the rear escort decides when the competitor has to enter the wagon. Team members and partners of Couples who are not replaced can tackle the next section as the time limit is ending (or in the case of a collective start). For safety reasons, Gigathletes are not permitted to start the next section / discipline once the time limit has elapsed or after the last possible starting time. Page 2 / 5
15. Not ending a stage Singles, one of a Couple or a member of a Team of Five who cannot finish a stage (e. g. outside the set time limit, injury, accident) may continue the Gigathlon in the next stage. The team will not, however, be ranked in the overall ranking but listed as «excluded». 16. Neutralised sections On Saturday, the timekeeping will be stopped at the finish of the alpine trail run and will not be restarted until the swimmer leaves the transition zone. On Sunday, a section of the cycling course will first be completed without timings. Timekeeping will only start on crossing a timing mat after the neutralised section. The departure is part of the course as a whole and must be completed by all cyclists. Each Gigathlete is responsible for being in the right place at the right time. The timekeeping will not be stopped during the competition. The organiser may only neutralise the time in exceptional circumstances (brought about by the organiser or due to unexpected events) for which the Gigathlete is not responsible. A neutralisation request must be submitted and justified by means of a form at the information desk in the relevant transition zone as soon as possible. sun cream) and the competitor must carry sufficient fluids with him. Where a Gigathlete must reckon on completing a discipline in the dark, he is responsible for ensuring that he has fitted appropriate lights in the correct manner. Earphones of any kind are prohibited during the race. 18. Starting number, timing chip, GPS tracker The given starting numbers must be worn during the competitions at the specified points. The wristband is personal and must be worn during the entire Gigathlon. The timing chip is to be worn on the ankle for the entire duration of the competition. Early removal of the timing chip makes it impossible to measure the time correctly. Each Gigathlete is responsible for wearing the timing chip correctly and making sure that the chip is registered when passing the time measuring mats and passage controls on the course (make sure the time measuring mat beeps). The timing chip or other lent material must be passed on to the next Gigathlete in the transition zones and must be handed back on the last day after finishing the last race. Any chips or materials on loan which are not returned or are lost will be charged at CHF 100. per item. data can be used in radio, tv, internet, advertisment, books and movies for marketing activities by the host, organiser, sponsors or other service provider without any compensation. D. Cycling / Biking 1. Cycle / Mountain bike equipment Only cycles and mountain bikes powered solely by human force are permitted. Supplementary housings fitted to any parts of the cycle which improve its aerodynamics are not permitted. Wheels may not contain any component advantaging the drive being applied. They must be constructed in such a way that it is possible to check on this rule. All Gigathletes are responsible for ensuring that the cycle and mountain bike are in perfect condition and have been checked by a qualified mechanic before travelling to the Gigathlon. 2. Road bike / mountain bike lighting requirement All cycles on both cycling courses must be fitted with lights (tunnels). Mountain bikers who expect to arrive at the finish line after dark on Saturday and Sunday evening must fit their bikes with lights. 17. Equipment All participants are personally responsible for their equipment and are to ensure that it complies with the regulations of the road traffic legislation and is in perfect condition. Accredited supporters are obliged to wear the supporter accreditation issued during the entire race. All participants are responsible for ensuring that they are wearing clothing suitable for the weather conditions. Particularly in the event of cold weather, for sections at high altitudes or where there is a risk of the weather changing and on the alpine trailrun, cycling and mountain bike sections, participants are responsible for ensuring that their clothing will protect the body from cooling down. In the event of strong heat, suitable sun protection must be worn (cap, sunglasses, 19. Tents Only red Gigathlon tents from 2009 to 2018 are permitted on the Gigathlon Campsite. Other tents are not allowed. 20. Waste Participants care for the environment. Any dropping of litter or other objects (water bottles, clothing etc.) on the route will be penalised with a time penalty of 60 minutes. Food waste may only be thrown away in the waste zone, which ends 200 metres after the refreshment point. The end of the refreshment zone is marked by a sign. After that, any waste must be carried to the next refreshment point. 21. Photos Gigathletes and Supporters agree, that photos, videos, interviews and the registration 3. Mandatory wearing of helmets The wearing of a functional hard helmet and of the official helmet cover is mandatory. 4. Mountain bike courses The Gigathlon mountain bike courses contain technically challenging sections. All Gigathletes are responsible for controlling their bikes. Page 3 / 5
E. Alpine Trailrun The «Alpine Trailrun» discipline at Gigathlon Switzerland 2018 consists of a run following predominantly alpine trails of an adventurous nature. The trail runners need to be self-sufficient on the largest section of the course and must therefore carry refreshments and the stipulated minimum safety equipment in a backpack. There are very few drinking water fountains on the courses and no refreshment points on a longer section. 1. Equipment It is essential to take the following items of equipment with you: Cagoule Plenty of water and refreshments Sticks may be used on the «Alpine Trailrun» sections. 2. Accompaniment by supporters Participants must not be accompanied on the «Alpine Trailrun». F. Running The «Running» discipline at 2018 takes place mainly on asphalt and gravel roads. 1. Use of sticks / lights Sticks are not permitted on the running courses. Gigathletes tackling the running course must be equipped with a headlamp in case of (upcoming) darkness. 2. Accompaniment by supporters The Single athletes may be accompanied on foot on both running courses by one supporter. G. Swimming Each swimming course consists of two sections which are interrupted by another discipline. Both sections must be completed by the same person. On Saturday, the Single and Couple will complete only one of the two sections. 1. Wetsuit It is mandatory to wear a wetsuit. The organiser can cancel the obligation in case the water temperature is too high. Wearing the wetsuit also means: Hands and feet must be uncovered. Knees and elbows must be covered. If the wetsuit does not comply with these guidelines, the swimmer will not be allowed access to the swimming section. The starting number must be placed on the swimming cap handed out by the organiser. The timing chip is to be worn on the ankle. 2. Swimming aids Artificial aids such as paddles, flippers, snorkels, gloves and shoes or similar are not allowed. Underwater music players are forbidden. 3. Water temperatures / Substitute sections If the water temperatures are too low or in the event of a storm or thunder and lightning, the swimming sections will be shortened or replaced by a running section: Swimming courses: up to 10.9 C: Swim course substituted by a replacement running course. 11 11.9 C: Max. swimming course 175 m 12 12.9 C: Max. swimming course 325 m 13 13.9 C: Max. swimming course 750 m 14 14.9 C: Max. swimming course 1.5 km H. SwimRun The SwimRun discipline (prologue Singles and Couples) consists of several swimming sections, each of which is interrupted by a running section. 1. Wetsuit / Equipment The wearing of a neoprene wetsuit is mandatory in principle. The following applies when wearing a wetsuit: It is not obligatory to cover knees and elbows, but this is recommended as water temperatures are expected to be low. The race number must be written onto the swimming cap issued by the organiser. The cap must be worn when swimming and can be worn or carried by participants when running. The timing chip is to be worn on the ankle. Participants must also wear running shoes and keep them on during the swim. The wetsuit may be folded down to the hip when running, if required. SwimRun suits are permitted. 2. Swimming aids Paddles a pullbuoys are allowed as swimming aids but are not compulsory. All aids must be carried when running. The following are not allowed: flippers, tow ropes and any other aids. 3. Water temperatures / substitute sections The swimming sections will be shortened or cancelled if water temperatures are too low or in the event of thunderstorms. The SwimRun discipline is subject to the same regulations as the swimming discipline. I. Breaches of the regulations / protest 1. Referees Referees are used to monitor for compliance with the regulations, and breaches of the regulations can be penalised. Referees may issue direct instructions to competitors, which must be followed at all times. 2. Penalties Depending on the nature and severity of the offence, the following penalties may be imposed by the referees: Verbal warning Time penalty No classification Race Disqualification The penalty is notified to the Gigathlete in person or to the team captain via a text message. The organiser reserves the right to interpret the severity of the offence in the spirit of the Gigathlon. The organiser may issue new rules and penalties following the occurrence of extreme, unforeseen events which are not covered by these Regulations. Page 4 / 5
3. Protests Protests by Gigathletes and supporters against decisions by referees and against other arrangements by the organisers (timing, misdirection, etc.) are to be lodged at the Gigathlon information desk at the race headquarters, with a CHF 100. deposit being paid. The protest is in principle to be lodged within four hours of the referee's decision being notified to the Gigathlete or the team captain. If the referee's decision is notified during the competition, the protest is to be lodged at the latest four hours after the Gigathlete concerned arrives at the finish or in the transition zones. 4. Form of the protest Protests are to be lodged in writing, signed, and indicating the circumstances with advice regarding possible witnesses, using the official protest form. The form is available from the information desk at the race headquarters. 5. Race Jury decisions The Race Jury has full decision-making authority. The decisions of the Race Jury are final and cannot be contested. Where a protest is upheld, the deposit of CHF 100 is returned to the person who lodged the protest. 6. Doping offences Violations of the anti-doping provisions and the punishment for that is governed by the anti-doping statute and the associated provisions on implementation of Antidoping Switzerland. Antidoping Switzerland can carry out doping controls at any time. J. Final clauses 1. Final clauses These regulations were brought into effect on August 31, 2017 by invents.ch AG, the organiser of the. In the event of contradictions, the German version of these regulations will prevail. The regulations are valid for the 2018. Gigathletes will be informed about any addenda or modifications via the official website or the Team Captain will be duly notified. 2. List of sanctions for breaches of the Regulations Non-permitted accompaniment / support by supporters on the track / Non-permitted discarding of waste First offence: 60 minute time penalty Second offence: 120 minute time penalty Third offence: Disqualification Other, general breaches of the regulations a. Depending on the severity of the offence, time penalty of 30 min. or more, up to disqualification. b. Passing beyond a railway crossing barrier when down: Disqualification! c. Passing a safety line: Disqualification! d. Passing a red light: Disqualification! e. Willful not taken the official track: Disqualification! f. Changing or stealing Gigathlon signs: Disqualification! Date: October 25, 2017 7. Gigathletes' Declaration By registering for the event, all Gigathletes and supporters acknowledge these Regulations and the instructions and conditions. They undertake to abide by the corresponding provisions. 8. Ranking list Any discrepancies in the unofficial ranking list must be reported by 5:00 pm on Monday, July 2, 2018 (e-mail to info@gigathlon.ch.) No more requests for amendments will be accepted after this time. Page 5 / 5